1. Northlands Parkway Collegiate 2018
Student Registration
Northlands Parkway Collegiate 2018

2. NEW Course! Credit for Employment (CFE)
Receive credit for paid employment
You must take Life/Work Transitioning before you can access the CFE
ICT
Half a semester in Morden, half in Altona
For grade 10 students only

3. Remember… Registration Guides are available at https://npc.gvsd.ca/
Choose your courses carefully
If you drop a class, you may not be able to add another
Classes will not run if too few students select them
NO SCHEDULE CHANGES WITHOUT PARENT PERMISSION!
Printed copies of the Registration Guide are available at the office.

4. MB GRAD REQUIREMENTS SUBJECT AREA Gr. 9 Gr. 10 Gr. 11 Gr. 12
Language Arts
Mathematics
Physical Education
Social Studies *
Science
All compulsory courses complete
Minimum of 30 credits
Minimum of 5 grade 11 credits
Minimum of 5 grade 12 credits (more needed to enter university)
* Grade 11 History is not needed with 8 credits in one cluster of RRTVA program. It will be required if you defer your graduation to 2021.

5. MATH Applied Math Pre-Calculus
For students considering post- secondary studies that do not require a study of theoretical calculus
Technology such as a graphing calculator, smart phone, or tablet is required
Topics include: Measurement, Geometry, Logical Reasoning, Statistics, Relations and Functions
Pre-Calculus
For students who intend to study calculus and related mathematics as part of post- secondary education
High-level study of theoretical mathematics with an emphasis on problem solving and mental mathematics
Algebra and Number, Trigonometry, Relations and Functions
If you took Essential Math in grade 10, you can take Essential Math again in grade 11. If you want to take Applied or Pre-Cal, you will need to take IAP20S first.
Students need to start with grade 10 Intro to Applied & Pre-Cal to take grade 11 & 12 Applied or Pre-Calculus
Applied & Pre-Cal will “keep more options open” after high school (e.g. Science, Business, Engineering, some Health Care fields, some Trades…)
Speak with your math teacher or guidance counsellor to help you decide!

6. ELA Literary Focus Transactional Focus Comprehensive Focus
Emphasizes literary works including poetry, novels, short stories and Shakespearean plays
Intended for students who enjoy reading, and who intend on taking the Literary Focus course in Grade 12
Transactional Focus
Emphasizes journalistic, technical, and business communications as well as memoirs, journals, and diaries
Focuses more on the practical and literal aspects of communications – Less emphasis on finding the figurative meanings behind the literature
Comprehensive Focus
Develop language and comprehension skills through a variety of transactional and literary forms
Explore and respond to a wide range of readings which include novels, poetry, stories, Shakespearean drama, and articles – blending of fictional and non-fictional readings
Speak with your ELA teacher or guidance counsellor to help you decide!
Literary for university English courses…

7. SDL
SDL = Self-Directed Learning
Students CANNOT sign up for SDL through online registration
ALL STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN SDL, AND NEEDING TO CONTINUE, MUST SEE MR. SILER OR MS. KLASSEN TO COMPLETE THEIR REGISTRATION (please come in this week to avoid delays)
Students opting into SDL for the first time will need to wait until the end of the course change process (June 2018) to inquire about enrolling.

8. RRTVA
If interested, APPLY! Submit RRTVA Intent Form to the office.
Priority system: Preference by grade level, but also by wait list.
Most programs are now two levels, so it’s possible to start a program in grade 11 or 12 (finish one after graduation for free).
Compulsory courses are in one semester; RRTVA in the other.

9. HSAP HSAP = High School Apprenticeship Program
If you are working a trade related job, you could also earn credits. (Yes, you can be PAID and earn CREDITS)!
Up to 8 grade 12 credits toward graduation
Need to be 16 years old to qualify
Speak with a guidance counsellor
WORK MUST BE APPROVED BY SCHOOL AND HSAP COORDINATOR BEFORE COUNTING HOURS/CREDITS!

10. Private Music Option Credits
Students may obtain up to four credits upon successful completion of Royal Conservatory of Canada or Conservatory Canada exams
E.g. Piano
Level 5 – Grade 9 Credit
Level 6 – Grade 10 Credit
Level 7 – Grade 11 Credit
Level 8 – Grade 12 Credit
Note: These credits are recognized only as additional credits beyond the minimum 30 credits required for high school graduation.

11. Cadet Credits
Students can earn up to two credits for successful completion of the Cadet basic and advanced training programs.
Note: These credits are recognized only as additional credits beyond the minimum 30 credits required for high school graduation.

12. Special Language Credit
Are you fluent in languages other than English and French?
You may earn up to four language credits by writing a language exam.
Special language exams will take place once or twice per year. Watch the Flight Plan for announcements.

13. GET INVOLVED!
Many scholarships ask how you’ve been involved in your school and community, and how you’ve shown leadership
Some college and university programs also require related volunteer or work experience
School clubs (we have many), sports, Student Council.
Volunteer! Did you know you can earn a Community Service Credit in high school? (You must speak with Guidance and complete a form before counting hours!)
110 hours = 1 credit (or two ½ credits)

14. SCHOLARSHIPS Involvement in school and community
Demonstrate leadership
Good academic standing
VARIETY of grade 11 & 12 courses!
PLEASE CHECK COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY “APPROVED COURSE” LISTS TO HELP YOU SELECT WHICH COURSES TO TAKE

15. SCHOLARSHIPS (UofM)

16. Reminders
Math: Are you in the right math for what you want to do after high school?
Which science(s) should I take?! (Chemistry, Physics, Biology)
Which English(es) should I take?! (Transactional, Comprehensive, Literary Focus)
Should I consider Life/Work Transitioning, RRTVA or HSAP?
How can I get involved in my school and community?
Have I met with Guidance about planning for after high school?